Mastering Homophones: N Lev

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What is a homophone?

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A homophone is a word that sounds the same as another word but has a different meaning and often a different spelling.

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CCSS.L.4.1G

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Give an example of a homophone pair.

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'bare' (without covering) and 'bear' (the animal).

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CCSS.L.4.1G

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What does the word 'role' mean?

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A role is a part played by an actor in a performance or a function someone has in a particular situation.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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What does the word 'roll' mean?

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To move by turning over and over on an axis, or a small round piece of bread.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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What does the word 'close' mean in the context of shutting something?

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To move something so that it is no longer open.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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What does the word 'clothes' refer to?

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Garments worn on the body, such as shirts, pants, and dresses.

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CCSS.L.1.6

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What does the word 'stake' mean?

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A piece of wood or metal driven into the ground to support something.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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What does the word 'steak' refer to?

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A slice of meat, typically beef, that is cooked by grilling or frying.

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CCSS.L.1.6

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CCSS.L.K.5A

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What does the word 'waist' refer to?

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The part of the body between the ribs and hips.

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CCSS.L.1.6

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What does the word 'waste' mean?

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To use something carelessly or to refer to materials that are not needed.

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CCSS.L.5.5C